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Sofitel Chicago Magnificent MilevsAmbassador Chicago, JDV by Hyatt
Both Ambassador Chicago and Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile are recommended by writers. On balance, Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile is preferred by most reviewers compared to Ambassador Chicago. Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile comes in at 88 with approval from 16 reviewers like Time Out, Star Service and Gayot.
Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile
Michelin Guide
Frommer's
Concierge
Oyster
Travel + Leisure
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Star Service
BlackBook
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20 East Chestnut St, Chicago, IL 60611
From $118/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide "A fantastic landmark in a city synonymous with stand-out buildings... The hip vibe is immediately felt upon entering the lobby, where towering ceilings and a polished decor set the stylish tone."
Frommer's "The overall feel of the hotel is European modern... All the rooms enjoy good views." Full review
Concierge "Just two blocks off the Magnificent Mile, this Gold Coast sophisticate hosts business travelers and Euro movers and shakers with its seductive lobby and 415 spacious rooms."
OysterLuxury
"The luxurious 415-room Sofitel Chicago, two blocks from the Magnificent Mile, is noteworthy for its sleek modern decor and excellent service." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Paris flirts with the Midwest at Sofitel’s North American flagship property." Full review
Time Out "The radical prism-shaped design of this 32-story building by French architect Jean-Paul Viguier is a striking addition to the Chicago skyline." Full review
Star Service "This place is a vibrant, chic French-flavored operation that will appeal to the stylish romantic in both commercial and leisure travelers." Full review
BlackBook "Jutting out like a ship's prow, the Sofitel is a luxurious hotel that's off-the-beaten-path from the Mag Mile."
Zagat4.3
"“A jewel in the heart of Chicago”, near Michigan Avenue and Oak Street shopping, this “luxurious” member of the French chain offers “high-class" service in "chic” surrounds."
Not For Tourists "Wake-up calls with a French accent promising croissants."
Ambassador Chicago, JDV by Hyatt Michelin Guide
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1301 North State Parkway, Chicago, IL 60610
From $146/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide "The arrival of Ian Schrager's latest hotel breathes new life into the Gold Coast landmark Ambassador Hotel and brings style to the masses."
Fodor's "What was once the slightly faded Ambassador East is now hip and sleek; the location's as stellar as always." Full review
Jetsetter "A streamlined, sophisticated reno of a Neo-Georgian Gold Coast landmark by boutique hotel veteran Ian Schrager." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler99.6
"A renovated 285-room hotel in a prime Gold Coast location, a short walk from Lake Michigan and the Magnificent Mile." Full review
Gayot "These days, its new role is to redefine not only Chicago's hotel scene, but the boutique hotel world --- at least, that's what hotelier Ian Schrager set out to do when he took over."
BlackBook "Having created the monster that is boutique hotel culture, Ian Schrager has now revived Chicago's storied Ambassador East in a decisively anti-glamour manner."
Zagat3.8
"This “stunning” Ian Schrager boutique “tucked away” on the Gold Coast is an “elegant redesign” of the old Ambassador East."
Frommer's "Located in the Gold Coast, surrounded by million-dollar mansions, the property has managed to woo its neighbors, with whom you’ll rub elbows at the popular Pump Room restaurant." Full review
Lonely Planet "Today people still come to admire the celebrity photos, grab a round booth and dig into golden-age classics at the restaurant." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Hotelier Ian Schrager knows glamour, and The Public is a re-imagined Gold Coast hotspot—an au courant transformation of the historic see-and-be-seen Ambassador East Hotel." Full review
